Grade 2 Health

PA Academic Standards for Health, Safety, and Physical Education

• 10.1.3.B. Identify and know the location and function of the major body organs and systems. (circulatory, respiratory, muscular, skeletal, digestive)

• 2 of the major body systems (respiratory and digestive)
• Respiratory function (breathing, oxygen in, carbon dioxide out)
• Digestive function (breaks down food and absorbs nutrients)
• The human body is made up of systems, each with a specific job.
• Each system is made of organs that work together.
• The respiratory system allows breathing and gas exchange (oxygen in, carbon dioxide out).
• The lungs are in the chest to allow breathing.
• The windpipe is located in the neck and upper chest and carries air you breathe to and from your lungs.
• The diaphragm is located under your lungs and above your stomach and is a muscle that helps you breathe.
• The digestive system breaks down food so the body can use nutrients for energy and growth.
• The esophagus is located in your throat and chest and moves food and drinks from your mouth down to your stomach.
• The stomach is located in the upper part of the belly and breaks down food for energy.

• The human body is made of systems that work together to keep us alive and healthy.
• The respiratory system helps the body breathe and get oxygen.
• The digestive system breaks down food so the body can use it for energy and growth.
• Each organ has a specific job that helps its system function properly.

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• Identify and explain the jobs of the respiratory system (lungs, nose, mouth, windpipe, and diaphragm).
• Identify and explain the jobs of the digestive system (mouth, esophagus, and stomach).
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• How do different body systems, like the respiratory and digestive systems, help our bodies work and stay healthy?
   

• How does the respiratory system help us breathe and get oxygen into our bodies?
• How does the digestive system help my body break down food and use it for energy?

• Discovery Ed: Respiratory System
• Discovery Ed: The Magic School Bus Works Out
• Discovery Ed: Digestive System
• Discovery Ed: The Magic School Bus for Lunch

• digestive system
• respiratory system
• mouth
• lungs
• esophagus
• windpipe
• stomach
• diaphragm

• Multiple-choice assessment
  • Respiratory/Digestive System Quiz
  • Respiratory/Digestive System Article

PA Academic Standards for Health, Safety, and Physical Education

• 10.3.3.A. Recognize safe/unsafe practices in the home, school and community. (general (e.g., fire, electrical, animals), modes of transportation (e.g., pedestrian, bicycle, vehicular), outdoor(e.g., play, weather, water), safe around people (e.g., safe/unsafe touch, abuse, stranger, bully)
• 10.3.3.B. Recognize emergency situations and explain appropriate responses. (importance of remaining calm, how to call for help, simple assistance procedures, how to protect self)
• 10.3.3.C. Recognize conflict situations and identify strategies to avoid or resolve. (walk away, I-statements, refusal skills, adult intervention)
• 10.3.3.D. Identify and use safe practices in physical activity settings (e.g. proper equipment, knowledge of rules, sun safety, guidelines of safe play, warm-up, cool-down). 

• Bicycle safety (wear helmets, ride in safe areas).
• Water safety (pools, lakes, beaches).
• The sun gives light and warmth.
• The sun can hurt our skin and cause sunburn.
• Everyone’s body is their own.
• Kids have the right to say no to touches that make them uncomfortable.
• Kids do not need to keep secrets about touches that feel wrong.
• Remain calm and protect yourself in emergency situations.

• Wearing a helmet and riding in safe areas helps keep me safe when riding a bicycle.
• Following safety rules around pools, lakes, and beaches helps prevent accidents and keeps me safe in the water
• The sun gives us sunlight and warmth, but too much sun can hurt our skin and cause sunburn.
• My body belongs to me, I have the right to say no to touches that make me uncomfortable, and I should tell a trusted adult if someone touches me in a way that feels wrong.
• Staying calm and protecting myself helps keep me safe during emergency situations.

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• Name ways to keep yourself safe while riding a bike.
• Name ways to be safe around pools, lakes, and beaches.
• Name ways to be safe in the sun and prevent sunburn.
• Explain how to respect my body, say no when something doesn’t feel right, and talk to a trusted adult if I feel unsafe.
• Know and follow CYSD Safety Procedures.
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• What should I do to stay safe and get help during an emergency?
• How can I solve problems with others in a safe and respectful way?
• How can I stay safe while playing, exercising, and being active?
   

• How do safe choices help keep me from getting hurt?
• What can happen when I make unsafe choices?
• How can I tell if someone’s behavior is safe or unsafe?
• How can I stay safe when riding my bike?
• What rules help keep me safe around water?
• How does the sun help people and the Earth?
• Why do I need to protect my skin from the sun?
• Why is it important to respect my body and other people’s bodies?
• How can I use my voice to say no when something doesn’t feel right?
• Who can I talk to if something makes me feel unsafe?
• What should I do to stay safe and get help in an emergency?

• Bicycle Safety: Molly's First Bike Ride
• CYSD 2nd Grade Swimming Program
• Beach Safety Field Trip Video
• York County Children’s Advocacy Center’s Safe Touch Program
• CYSD Safety Drills

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• helmet
• Reach, Throw, Don’t go!
• sunburn
• intruder drill
• stop sign
• Sun
• fire drill
• evacuate
• sidewalk
• sunscreen
• severe weather drill
• treading water
• rays
• lockdown
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• Draw a picture of you being safe (wearing a helmet, using sunscreen, practicing a safety drill, etc.)
• Acting safely during CYSD safety drills